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As a lifelong photographer, sharing images for fun on Instagram had an “instant” appeal to me! Most of the shots are from my iPhone and I love discovering terrific visuals from all over the world whenever I open the app. It’s yet another great way to communicate … fast and fun! Stop by!

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Bon weekend tout le monde! Wishing everyone a happ

Bon weekend tout le monde! Wishing everyone a happy and safe weekend. Where will you take a stroll? #jaimelafrance #france4dreams #loves_france_ #neverstopexploring #ohprovence #ohcotedazur #frenchriviera #psandsstories #authorsofinstagram #wfwa #absolutelysouthernfrance #francophile #getvaccinated

Rainy day details☔️ Whatever the weather, find

Rainy day details☔️ Whatever the weather, find something to make you smile. Remembering a rainy day stroll in Arles. #jaimelafrance #france4dreams #loves_france_ #francophile #ohprovence #ohcotedazur #neverstopexploring #travelphotography #psandsstories #amwriting #tripfiction #travelinbooks #details

THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED AND WINNERS NOTIFIED.

THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED AND WINNERS NOTIFIED. THANKS TO ALL WHO ENTERED.
June 8th is Women’s Fiction Day and authors are celebrating with a day of great giveaways! For a complete list of links from the authors of the Women’s Fiction Writers Association, go to their Facebook page and enter as many times as you like! It’s a party! https://www.facebook.com/WFWritersAssociation
I am happy to offer a print copy of any one of my novels to two winners. YOUR CHOICE! To enter simply leave a comment on my blog at www.patriciasandsauthor.com
or, even easier, below this graphic. Name the title you would like and then do one of the following:
follow me on Instagram or sign up for my monthly newsletter by clicking the link on my website. Good luck/Bonne chance!
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#womensfictionday #womensfictionauthors #wfwa #giveaways #lovetoread #psandsstories #authorsofinstagram #books

Bon weekend! I hope you find time to put your feet

Bon weekend! I hope you find time to put your feet up and relax with a good book! 📚💕
#bonweekend #weekend #relax #read #family #staysafe #lovetoread #authorsofinstagram #psandsstories

My words on the page today have been about the irr

My words on the page today have been about the irresistible rooftops in France. I confess doors and windows there have the same effect on me, but today it’s all about les toits irrésistibles! Are your travel photos full of rooftops too? #rooftops #lestoits #travelphotography #jaimelafrance #france4dreams #loves_france_ #ohprovence #ohcotedazur #psandsstories #authorsofinstagram #amwriting #womensfiction #neverstopexploring

On sale until June 8th! .99 USD ~ Book 2 in the Vi

On sale until June 8th! .99 USD ~ Book 2 in the Villa des Violettes series 💕🇫🇷💕
The Love in Provence characters are celebrating a glorious spring on the Côte d’Azur. There are sweet-smelling blossoms, buds bursting into bloom, explosions of golden mimosa, dazzling sunshine, a shimmering sea … and a worrying disappearance! A hidden past is uncovered and shocking truths are revealed. But life goes on. Kat and Philippe welcome their first B&B guests to the Villa and continue to be busy with other demands, all the while keeping hope alive as police search for their friend.A special request from Simone and an unexpected appearance turn a planned motorcycle trip in Corsica into so much more. Springtime at the Villa des Violettes is filled with secrets and surprises. 💕🇫🇷💕 Take a trip without leaving home 💕🇫🇷💕#ohcotedazur #ohprovence #antibes #frenchriviera #jaimelafrance #france4dreams #loves_france_ #fictionwriters #psandsstories #francophile #southofrancememoriestour #absolutelysouthernfrance #authorsofinstagram #tripfiction

C’est la fête des mères en France/ Mother’s

C’est la fête des mères en France/ Mother’s Day in France ~ Feel the love in the patisserie windows💕🇫🇷💕
#jaimelafrance #lafetedesmeres #france4dreams #loves_france_ #mothersday #francophile #patisserie #foodporn #psandsstories #lakeunionpublishing #authorsofinstagram #neverstopexploring #ohprovence #ohcotedazur

Mmmm~ breathe in the rich, sensual scent of jasmin

Mmmm~ breathe in the rich, sensual scent of jasmine. I had to pause, seduced by the fragrance, every time I walked by. Sweet memories!💕🇫🇷💕 #jaimelafrance #loves_france_ #france4dreams #ohprovence #ohcotedazur #antibes #frenchriviera #psandsstories #lakeunionauthors #neverstopexploring #francophile #flowerporn #authorsofinstagram #jasmine

Thank you, Eric Carle

Thank you, Eric Carle

There are so many reasons to love the enchanting t

There are so many reasons to love the enchanting town of Arles and the intriguing Camargue. How could I resist writing a story set there? Bon weekend mes amies et amis💕🇫🇷💕Have a happy safe weekend, dear friends as most of the world begins to open up 🌎🌏
#bonweekend #arles #camargue #DrawingLessons #psandsstories #jaimelafrance #loves_france_ #tripfiction #francophile #art #vangogh #authorsofinstagram #lakeunionpublishing #ohprovence #ohcotedazur #occitanie

Even in the most unassuming village, opening a doo

Even in the most unassuming village, opening a door can lead to unexpected beauty. There are always new doors to open in life. Take a chance! Bon weekend ~ happy weekend 🌎🌏🌍 #neverstopexploring #jaimelafrance #loves_france_ #france4dreams #ohprovence #ohcotedazur #jaimelapaca #France #authorsofinstagram #psandsstories #womensfictionwritersassociation #travelphotography #lovetotravel #amwriting #keepbelieving #bonweekend #entrevaux #arrierepays #roadtrips #bonweekend

I’m by nature an optimist, a purveyor of hope, a

I’m by nature an optimist, a purveyor of hope, and for that I am truly grateful. It is what keeps me believing that I will stroll these petites ruelles once again, camera in hand, capturing images to fill the pages of my stories. What keeps you believing in your dreams? #jaimelafrance #france4dreams #loves_france_ #francophile #travelphotography #Southoffrancememoriestour #psandsstories #ohprovence #ohcotedazur #lakeunionauthors #womensfiction #neverstopexploring #keepbelieving

“Mothers hold their children’s hands for a sho

“Mothers hold their children’s hands for a short time, but their hearts forever.” ~ unknown ~ Treasure the moments and the memories🌹#mothersday #family #love

May 8th marks the formal acceptance by the Allies

May 8th marks the formal acceptance by the Allies of Nazi Germany’s unconditional surrender of its armed forces in 1945.

Known as VE Day (Victory in Europe Day), it marks the date when World War II ended in Europe.
General Charles de Gaulle, May 8, 1945 ~
“While the rays of glory once again lend brilliance to our flags, the country turns its thoughts and affection first of all toward those who died for her and then toward those who in her service struggled and suffered so much. Not one single act of courage or self-sacrifice of her sons and daughters, not one single hardship of her captive men and women, not one single bereavement and sacrifice, not one single tear will have been wasted in vain.

In the national rejoicing and pride, the French people send brotherly greetings to their gallant Allies, who, like themselves and for the same cause, have sustained so many hardships over such a long period, to their heroic armies and to those commanding them, and to all those men and women who, throughout the world, fought, suffered and worked so that the cause of liberty and justice might ultimately prevail.

Honor, eternal honor, to our armies and their leaders. Honor to our nation, which never faltered, even under terrible trials, nor gave in to them. Honor to the United Nations, which mingled their blood, their sorrows and their hopes with ours and who today are triumphant with us.
Long live France!”

Winston Churchill ~

"After gallant France had been struck down we, from this Island and from our united Empire, maintained the struggle single-handed for a whole year until we were joined by the military might of Soviet Russia, and later by the overwhelming power and resources of the United States of America.

Finally almost the whole world was combined against the evil-doers, who are now prostrate before us. Our gratitude to our splendid Allies goes forth from all our hearts in this Island and throughout the British Empire.”
#veday #wwii #neverforget #normandy #landingbeaches

Send your mother to the south of France for Mother

Send your mother to the south of France for Mother’s Day 💕🇫🇷💕 No packing, no passport required ! “Love” is the operative word in this trilogy ... of family, friends, food, France ... and Picasso, an irresistible golden retriever. Available on Amazon and from all your favourite booksellers. Share the love. Happy Mother’s Day in North America to all women whose love and guidance has offered strength and hope, especially through these challenging times. 💕🌹💕
#mothersday #loves_france_ #jaimelafrance #womensfiction #lakeunionpublishing #lakeunionauthors #lovetotravel #lovetoread #psandsstories #authorsofinstagram #family #friendship #francetourisme

“En mai, fais ce qu’il te plait ...” is one

“En mai, fais ce qu’il te plait ...” is one of my favourite French sayings ~ In May, do what pleases you! As the sun warms up the Côte d’Azur, nothing would please me more than a day at a beach club in Nice. It’s a delightfully different experience from a North American day at the beach and one to be savoured. Even the challenge of stumbling in and out of the turquoise water on les galets ... those stones! The best I can do about it right now... still in lockdown... is lose myself in the beautiful photo next to my writing desk. (Thanks to dear friend, Ida Young- Bondi of eFrench Café). Here’s to travel to Europe becoming possible again when the world is safe once more. Until then, keep planning and dreaming! And let me take you there in my stories. 💕🇫🇷💕📚💕
#jaimelafrance #travel #france4dreams #ohcotedazur #frenchriviera #ohprovence #loves_france_ #lesplages #beaches #francophile #psandsstories #lakeunionauthors #indieauthorsofinstagram #authorsofinstagram #neverstopexploring #keepbelieving #absolutelysouthernfrance #barefootblogger_france #nissalabella #efrenchcafe #promenadedesanglais #mediterranean

Bonne fête! Happy May Day! Here is my gift to you

Bonne fête! Happy May Day! Here is my gift to you ... my porte bonheur. 💕🇫🇷💕I love the May 1 tradition in France of giving Lily of the Valley or le muguet to special people in your life. This flower represents a “porte bonheur” or good luck charm to special people. Like so many of the things we love about France the tradition has lasted for centuries. It began in 1561 during the renaissance. Is there a May 1 tradition in your life? #mayday #bonnefete #lemuguet #jaimelafrance #france4dreams #ohprovence #ohcotedazur #portebonheur #goodluck #loves_france_ #francophile #psandsstories #authorsofinstagram #amwriting

Goodbye April! It’s the last day for this sale o

Goodbye April! It’s the last day for this sale on Amazon! Thanks to everyone who picked up copies this month🙂📚👏👏👏 Happy reading! Bonne lecture! If we cannot travel to Provence just yet, I will take you there in this story ... with pleasure! 💕🇫🇷💕 #ohprovence #arles #camargue #occitanie #toronto #jaimelafrance #france4dreams #lakeunionpublishing #authorsofinstagram #tripfiction #psandsstories #awardwinner

On a grey, rainy spring day, this just felt right.

On a grey, rainy spring day, this just felt right. Wishing you joy in the simple things today. #spring #simplepleasures #flowersofinstagram #amwriting #authorsofinstagram #psandsstories #jaimelafrance #france4dreams #francophile

I’m looking forward to chatting today with inter

I’m looking forward to chatting today with internationally renowned author Rhys Bowen. If you don’t have a chance to catch us live, the video will be available for viewing on Facebook at The World of the Write Review. #womensfiction #lakeunionpublishing #lakeunionauthors #venice #bestseller #rhysbowen #psandsstories #patricialsands

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